2 hurt in North Aurora in motorcycle-truck collision

Two people were injured Friday night in a crash between a motorcycle and a pickup truck in North Aurora, according to a police statement.

The crash happened about 11:45 p.m. on South Lincolnway Street (Illinois Highway 31) at the on ramp to the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway (U.S. Interstate 88), police said.

The pickup, a blue 2008 Chevy Avalanche, was headed north on Lincolnway and turning left across traffic to reach the onramp when the motorcycle headed in the opposite direction slammed into the passenger side.

Police said alcohol doesn't appear to be a factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet.

Both the rider and the driver of the pickup were taken to Provena-Mercy Hospital, and the rider was later airlifted to Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove with serious injuries. The driver was cited for failure to yield while making a left turn.

Police are still investigating the crash. Anyone with information was advised to call (630) -897-8705.